Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
DE12 · Derbyshire
20
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
B71 · Sandwell
265
crimes in February 2026
Above national average
Overseal has less crime — 20 vs 265 incidents in February 2026.
West Bromwich recorded substantially more crime than Overseal in February 2026 — 265 incidents compared to 20, a 13.3x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Overseal sees higher rates of Anti-social behaviour (4) and Public order (2), while West Bromwich has more Vehicle crime (31) and Criminal damage & arson (21). Overseal is below the national average while West Bromwich is above, making Overseal the safer choice on this measure.
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Based on February 2026 Police data, Overseal recorded fewer crimes than West Bromwich — 20 vs 265 incidents. That is 92% fewer crimes. Overseal is also below the national average for crime.
The main difference lies in crime type. In February 2026, Overseal saw higher rates of Anti-social behaviour and Public order while West Bromwich had more Vehicle crime and Criminal damage & arson. Overall, Overseal recorded fewer total crimes (20 vs 265).